http://orchardcountrystore.comCompany blogs, tips and how-toshttp://assets.newmediaretailer.com/28000/28714/thumb_orchard-country-store-logo.jpghttp://orchardcountrystore.comen-USCopyright 2012, Orchard Country StoreWed, 22 Feb 2012 23:37:38 -0500Wed, 22 Feb 2012 23:37:38 -0500http://www.newmediaretailer.comblog_53911328101200http://orchardcountrystore.com/blog/article/5391/minimizing-potential-problems-when-receiving-show-pigs-Getting young show pigs over the stress caused during the buying/receiving process can be a challenge. There is not one universal protocol or method that works for every pig, or every farm.BlogsWed, 01 Feb 2012 08:00:00 -0500blog_53901328101200http://orchardcountrystore.com/blog/article/5390/honor-show-chow-and-purina-goat-chow-testimonialAt 68, Beverly Calcote laughingly describes her goat farm in Monterrey County, California as a leftover 4-H project. "It's a small operation, with about six to nine milkers. " The total number of goats fluctuates, depending on the cycle.BlogsWed, 01 Feb 2012 08:00:00 -0500blog_50461325435580http://orchardcountrystore.com/blog/article/5046/basic-guinea-pig-careIf you're planning on owning a guinea pig, or you already do, there are some basic things that you should know when trying to care of it:Cage size and careWhen picking out a guinea pig cage you should look for one that has four square feet for each guinea pig that you have in it.BlogsSun, 01 Jan 2012 11:33:00 -0500blog_50451325435520http://orchardcountrystore.com/blog/article/5045/how-to-care-for-your-pet-rabbitAs the owner of a pet rabbit, you should know the basics on how to create a safe, loving environment for them. There are many things you should know about as a rabbit owner, diet and housing being just two of them.BlogsSun, 01 Jan 2012 11:32:00 -0500blog_46091322740800http://orchardcountrystore.com/blog/article/4609/how-to-preserve-nutrients-in-hayProper storage of hay between harvest and feeding is critical for preserving nutrients and assuring that you'll have high quality hay to feed your cattle during the winter months they need it most.BlogsThu, 01 Dec 2011 07:00:00 -0500blog_46081322740800http://orchardcountrystore.com/blog/article/4608/winter-care-for-horsesCold weather presents horses with some specific nutritional and management demands. As winter approaches it is a good idea to evaluate your horses housing and feeding programs to insure that they get through the cold weather in good shape. All warm-blooded animals have a critical temperature.BlogsThu, 01 Dec 2011 07:00:00 -0500blog_44801320148800http://orchardcountrystore.com/blog/article/4480/10-step-winter-cattle-feeding-programNow is the time to plan your beef herd winter feeding program. Fine-tuning winter feeding management helps optimize performance, but it is also essential for good animal husbandry, according to livestock nutrition and animal health experts with North Carolina State University (NCSU).BlogsTue, 01 Nov 2011 08:00:00 -0400blog_44791320148800http://orchardcountrystore.com/blog/article/4479/preparing-your-goats-for-the-winter-months-aheadAutumn is a good time to make sure everything is in tiptop shape for the cold weather that's just around the corner.BlogsTue, 01 Nov 2011 08:00:00 -0400blog_39541317470400http://orchardcountrystore.com/blog/article/3954/how-to-use-complete-feeds-to-stretch-your-hay-supplyFiery blazes, drought, and poor growing conditions have made hay difficult to find and expensive to buy in many locations throughout the nation. These conditions have left horse owners with the difficult task of finding an affordable source of quality hay for their horses.BlogsSat, 01 Oct 2011 08:00:00 -0400blog_39531317470400http://orchardcountrystore.com/blog/article/3953/fall-is-prime-time-to-begin-a-supplemental-feeding-program-for-deerA buck can have the best genetics in the world, but without the proper nutrition, he'll never achieve his potential. One way to stack the deck in his favor is to supplement his nutrition. Fall is an excellent time to begin this.BlogsSat, 01 Oct 2011 08:00:00 -0400